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okay so to give some kind of background before I start, I js wanna say that people are allowed and are free to wear whatever they wish, this is just opinion based. I also want to clarify that what I'm gonna start talking about isn't too much related to everyday wear such as school clothes or js basic outfits, however there are certain things regarding things like that, that i'll get into later.
SO, if you know anything about fashion or the industry in general you can tell that there's been such a decrease in designer creativity as well as trends that help boost those kinds of things towards the media. Taking a look back at past trends regarding fashion can be a little bit critical (idk if that's the right word) but compared to modern day fashion, it is such a downgrade. I can understand that many people have their reasons for not wanting to explore styles or not being able to do such things. However, popular designers and brands over the world have had an incredible amount of money being spent on 15 minute, fast fashion, minimalist designs that people are being told are "creative" or "chic" and are just referring to it as "fashion" (This is what I meant by the difference between everyday clothes vs runway designs). This in my opinion is just sad, fashion is a statement in itself and it's something that is meant to be bold and big or have some form of story behind it. It's supposed to make you feel something inside. But when I take a look at current fashion trends or the way that some fashion designers are lacking that big boldness in their designs, you can just tell that the design is simple and not unique in any way. In some cases, simple may be best, but I find that fashion is like art, it should be complex and full of emotion. But it has the same kind of pattern all the time, this can also explain my opinion on everyday fashion. Everyday fashion is completely different from the runway, however, it still has the exact same effect. Now i'm not saying that my style or the next person's is the most unique ever, but many people seem to just only follow popular trends and say "I'm so into fashion". Having a good outfit is completely different from being fully into fashion. I don't want to be rude or anything but I genuinely hate it when those specific kinds of people will dress strictly based off of current trends and the SECOND they see someone with genuine creativity in their outfit, they make fun of it. Fashion is different for everyone, but being a trend hopper and actually being into the fashion industry are two different things. Please, take the time to explore your own personal style and don't even consider if it's trendy or if people will like it. Fashion is an art meant to be explored and at the end of the day, creativity is a constant flow.
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Ivy
I agree, i believe fast fashion killed fashion. Even designer brands have bad quality and boring design nowadays, mayde to be worn once and then thrown away. Also the whole thing got so boring there barely are designers that genuienly experiment with patterns, different fabriques etc. I recently wrote a blog post about a dior fashion show in 2005 and if you compare the vibe and looks back then to what we get now it's just sad
SswagJunkiee
I fully agree, people don't have the confidence to wear what they want because of how judgmental social media is. People feel that they have to wear certain clothes to fit in and be accepted by others, instead of using it to express themselves, which is how fashion should be used. People wear the same types of outfits because they don't know themselves well enough to wear what they want
Mila star the rockstar
I totally agree! I feel like there is a rise in “trend hoppers” because people lack their own sense of style and fashion knowledge. I think people lack their own sense of style because people don’t know their self enough personally or creatively to know how to express themselves through their clothes and outfits.
emocatluvr
Agreed! I've seen a whole shift nowadays with stores leaning towards basic athleisure clothes, especially with the whole "clean girl aesthetic" trend which seems to be gaining popularity. Around quarantine maximalism made a huge comeback and I saw people on the internet and in person lean towards thrifting and wearing more accessories/colors regarding fashion just like the early 2000's, but it unfortunately died down. Waiting for the next era when maximalism and colors will resurface again!
Liliana
There is this massive shopping centre a 20 minute drive away from me, but all the clothing stores look the same: New Look, Bershka, Hollister, H&M. I can't tell them apart. It drives me NUTS the way that none of the clothing stands out, as they all sell the same soulless, minimalistic clothing.
Tom
its so apparent when you can go to different countires in the "west" and still see the same exact styles just bc how widely spready the fast fashion market is
Asystemthatisdown
Agree! I think since the 2000s, the mainstream has changed :( It no longer caters to the more exciting and colorful, and bold trends and styles (Like scene/emo/grunge/and mcbling), so now there has been a loss of creativity in the industry! ((Just how I see it))
xxRebellious_Emmaxx
Agreed. The one thing I especially love about fashion from the 2000s is how loud, fun, creative, and experimental it all was. And if there's one thing that reflects who I am, it's wearing a shit ton of cool accessories just because I can, even if it's just something like wearing multiple necklaces at once, wearing a ton of cool bracelets over a pair of arm warmers, or wearing 2 studded belts over a skirt that doesn't even have belt loops.
The minimalism plague has been affecting fashion too, unfortunately, though I am not a trend follower and am still going to dress however I want and be as loud, wild, and expressive with my looks as I fucking want (perhaps even a little more so just as a little counter reaction to this mind numbing, soul draining minimalist bullshit).
Definitely agree with you! It's sad witnessing the stores in the mall slowly shift to the whole sad "beige aesthetic". I miss when I was a kid and everything would be so colorful in there, hopefully maximalism will make a comeback soon in fashion and clothing stores!
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mikhail
if anything i think your concern is focused on the amount of bad product being churred out through social media, as people see it as a means to make a quick buck. it is really frustrating to see people be drawn into that loop, but i dont think fashion has ever really died? moreso the way it is conveyed to the average person has now, more then ever, been hypercommodified
yes omg this is the exact thing I had meant. I feel like when I write this I didn't explain well enough what I had meant and quite over exaggerated but you explained it simply and perfectly
by trqltyarchive; ; Report
yeupp. fashion like any art is a medium and it is very important how we convey it and its existence to those who are unaware
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antha
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Awkward202
Simply put, I think you’re wrong. I see your point and what you’re trying to say however I can tell that you look at fashion/fashion shows solely to spot fashion trends when you have to try and look at the bigger picture that designers are trying to portray. You have to understand that fashion is a medium, and a voice for designers to showcase a story, a character, or a thought
There are many brands that are doing such a great job. Some of my favorites are Loewe, JW Anderson, Sacai, KIDSUPER, and these are just to name a few, but there are many that are doing such a great job right now at showing their voice and experimentation.
My advice to you, research. You have to understand many brands have an identity—and a great example of this is Prada. I know Prada does a lot of oversimplification of silhouettes it’s probably the brand you’re most referring to. They constantly push the boundaries with trying to find unusual or unflattering cuts or Silhouettes to somehow make them work together and I think that’s what gives it an odd and fresh and timeless look each time.
Not to mention the student designers are really great and it makes me strive for more as I am also pursuing fashion(I’m transferring to SCAD as of this March) and with the way things are going right now it gets me really excited.
I have much much more to say but I will leave it at that for right now
In all honesty after reading over what you said, I do think I could've worded it a different way and probably could've done a bit more research before spreading my opinion. I feel like it may just be my personal preference when it gets right down to it. I'm not too big a fan over "simple" designs, however I won't say that simple isn't just as well made and intricate as "louder" design choices. There are many brands out there like you said that are constantly trying new things and are shifting the industry as a collective. The fashion industry is always changing and evolving in unique ways and that's one of the things that really made me fall in love with it. As I said before, fashion in the way I see it is a form of art and although simplistic may not be a personal preference towards me, the story behind it still shares just as much expression and voice as any other design does.
+ just wanted to say congratulations on going to SCAD and I hope that you have an amazing time doing what you love !!
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Thank you for listening me spill my mind lol but seriously if you don’t like what a lot of top brands are doing right now , I seriously recommend checking out student designers at schools like CSM, Parsons, Pratt, SCAD, or Antwerp Royal Academy and so on.. ( I can go on for a bit more lol)
Because students aren’t tied down to an identity as of yet, they are able to make anything come alive and i think it’s hands down probably the most interesting show you can watch
Also just a quick little question just out of pure curiosity but in your eyes when you were first typing this blog out, did you have a specific time in mind where you referred to fashion as not dying/ when it was peak enough for you to love it? Was it a certain brand, the identity, or etc…I’m just interested to hear!
by Awkward202; ; Report
No worries, fashion is a topic i actually love talking about so all opinions are welcomed! And thank you for giving me some recommendations to look at because I've recently been needing to see some new ideas and seeing students that wish to pursue the same things I do really helps me get a better understanding of the industry and to see just how much fashion has evolved with our generation.
To answer your question though, I can't really tie it down to a specific time period, however a brand that I'm really drawn to at the moment would be DSQUARED2 along with many of John Galliano's works (unfortunately he has really good ideas and designs) + many many of my favorite looks would be from Alexander McQueen, specifically around 2004. I suppose regarding years, it would be around 1994-2011. I'm very much drawn to extremely glamorous and dramatic looks if i'm being honest lol (if u have any recommendations similar to those PLS let me know)
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